"Q" Code Definitions

Below are a number of "Q" code definitions. The "Q" codes are typically used
when there is a need/desire to express a particular idea and do so as quickly
and simply as possible. "Q" codes take the form of a question only when
sent followed by a question mark.

CODE

DEFINITION

QHF

Are you going to the Hamfest? I am going to the Hamfest!

QRA

What is the name of your station? The name of my station is ___.

QRB

How far are you from my station? I am ____ km from your station.

QRD

Where are you bound and where are you coming from? I am bound ___ from ___.

QRG

Will you tell me my exact frequency? Your exact frequency is ___ kHz.

QRH

Does my frequency vary? Your frequency varies.

QRI

How is the tone of my transmission? The tone of your transmission is ___ (1-Good, 2-Variable, 3-Bad.)